Plaza De Mayo
Buenos Aires
Plaza de Mayo is the main square in the Monserrat barrio of central Buenos Aires, Argentina. It has been a hub of political life in Argentina since the foundation of Buenos Aires in 1580.
Top 5 Facts
- Plaza de Mayo is named after the May Revolution of 1810, which led to Argentina's independence from Spain.
- The square is surrounded by significant buildings, including the Casa Rosada, the official office of the President of Argentina.
- The Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo, a group of women whose children disappeared during the Dirty War, have been protesting here since 1977.
- The Pirámide de Mayo, located in the center of the square, is the oldest national monument in Buenos Aires, erected in 1811.
- Plaza de Mayo has been the site of numerous historical events, including political rallies, protests, and celebrations.
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